Commentary on the oldest gold in the world
The ancient collection speaks to our society today.
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What it’s like for slow travelers in Varna, Bulgaria
This covers prices to transportation to the people, and more.
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What it cost to live in Bucharest, Romania, for 1 month
Budget breakdown one month in Bucharest, Romania, written from the Black Sea in Bulgaria.
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Treasure hunt in Varna, Bulgaria
Adventure awaits on morning walks around the city.
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A glorious goodbye to Romania
With a special package in hand, we take a train ride to remember.
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A week in Veliko Tarnovo & Nesebar, Bulgaria
Hills and beaches and history in Bulgaria.
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EU travel: Restaurant prices in Romania
Samples from old town cafes to coffee shops to fast food joints.
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Items left behind during budget slow travel
Even with years of travel experience, sometimes things are missing.
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10 budget travel tips for Bucharest
Fantastic value for Europe.
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‘Kortn’s Crib’ — Bucharest Airbnb edition
Video tour: see what $650 a month in the Romanian capital looks like.
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7 more surprises after years spent in Asia
It’s a changing world.
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Terrific 2 weeks in Transylvania
Budget travel tips for Transfagarasan Highway, Turda salt mines, and Bran Castle.
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Sibiu, Romania is a gem in Transylvania
The ‘City of Eyes’ is a worthy cultural stop.
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7 surprises after years spent in Asia
Showing skin, gambling, unique cars, and more.
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Into the heart of Transylvania – underground In Alba Iulia
The view from our Airbnb rental was one part a great stay.
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Romantic Timisoara is ‘little Vienna’ in Romania
Wonderful ‘old town’ on the edge of Transylvania.
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Music to the (fading) ears
Rockin’ at different concerts in early retirement.
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Cheap flights to Belgrade made us tourists
We discovered Belgrade is worth your travel time and money.
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What an Isla Mujeres Vacation is like today
A special guest post by a long-time reader celebrating retirement!
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